PhD studentship in extragalactic astronomy

Sort on published: 2018-02-12

Uppsala University is a comprehensive research-intensive university with a strong international standing. Our mission is to pursue top-quality research and education and to interact constructively with society. Our most important assets are all the individuals whose curiosity and dedication make Uppsala University one of Sweden’s most exciting workplaces. Uppsala University has 42,000 students, 7,000 employees and a turnover of SEK 6.7 billion.

Applications are invited for a fully-funded PhD studentship in extragalactic astronomy, under the supervision of Associate Professor Erik Zackrisson. The PhD project is expected to focus on the study of high-redshift galaxies with the upcoming James Webb Space Telescope. The project is expected to involve both data analysis and numerical modelling. The starting date is September 1, 2018 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position as PhD student is limited to four years of full-time studies, or up to five years if departmental work (teaching or administration) is included.

QualificationsThis position requires a University degree in Astronomy or Physics at an advanced level (e.g. a MSc degree) completed by the time of employment. Good oral and written proficiency in English is a requirement as well as the capacity to work both independently and in a team.

General information regarding PhD studies at the Faculty of Science and Technology can be found at http://www.teknat.uu.se/education/postgraduate/

Applications should include a brief description of research interests and relevant experience, CV, copies of university grades, certificates and diplomas, BSc/MSc thesis (or drafts thereof), reference letters and other documents which the applicant wishes to claim.

Employment conditions The Doctoral student position is a 4-year appointment, and the candidate will primarily devote the time to his/her own research studies. Extension, up to a maximum of five years, is possible by including department duties at a level of at most 20%, typically teaching. The position is fully financed and the salary is in accordance with local guidelines at Uppsala University. The applicant must be eligible for Postgraduate studies at Uppsala University. Information on post-graduate education, rules governing the enrolment as a doctoral student in The Higher Education Act and Higher Education Ordinance as well as the rules and regulations for doctoral students at Uppsala University can be found here: http://www.teknat.uu.se/education/postgraduate/

Uppsala University strives to be an inclusive workplace that promotes equal opportunities and attracts qualified candidates who can contribute to the University’s excellence and diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people of all backgrounds. Uppsala University is striving to achieve a more even gender balance in its research and teaching staff, and women are especially invited to apply for this position.

Salary: According to local agreement for PhD students and teaching assistants.

Starting date: 1 September 2018.

For further information about the position, please contactAssociate Professor Erik Zackrisson (erik.zackrisson@physics.uu.se).

Please submit your application by 30 April 2018, UFV-PA 2018/564.

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Placement:
Department of Physics and Astronomy

Type of employment:
Full time
, Temporary position longer than 6 months